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23rd Annual Golf & Tennis Tournament

23rd Annual Golf & Tennis Tournament Dedicated to Changing Lives Through Research and Outreach The Alan T Brown Foundation to Cure Paralysis (ATBF) was established in 1988 and has supported scientific and medical research worldwide. Some of the institutions that have been the recipients of ATBF’s funding are:

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The Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Foundation The Alan T Brown Image Analysis Facility at The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis The Miami Project To Cure Paralysis Children’s Hospital, Boston, MA Columbia University, New York, NY Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC American Spinal Injury Association The Spinal Cord Injury Project as Rutgers University, Piscataway, NJ University of California, San Diego, CA The Achilles Track Club National Institute for Medical Research, London The University Hospital of Copenhagen, Denmark University of Hamburg, Germany University of Zurich, Switzerland Weizmann Institute of Science, Israel Visiting Nurse Services of NY

While scientists work towards a cure, improvement of chronic problems associated with paralysis must be addressed. Therefore, studies that alleviate physical and medical pain and make life more bearable are core to our mission. The Foundation is now focusing on Quality of Life issues and in 2009 gave a grant to ASIA (American Spinal Injury Association) in support of the research of Dr. Andrei Krassioukov. This research focuses on investigations of the mechanisms of the autonomic dysfunctions that are common in individuals following spinal cord injury.

The Foundation’s Peer Mentoring and Outreach Program provides information about healthcare, education, fertility, driving, and other areas that will help individuals achieve a level of independence after paralysis.

ATBF is proud that this vital resource and support system has been, and continues to be, instrumental in helping individuals cross barriers and realize that there is life after a spinal cord injury. That is a “cure” in itself.

ATBF is grateful to be the recipient of generously donated funds from a number of different individuals and organizations. Most recently, the Foundation has been proud to receive grants from the Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Foundation, as well as donations from individuals who designate the Foundation as the recipient of funds raised from fitness challenges and personal milestones. ATBF also receives funds honoring friends who have suffered spinal cord injury.

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23rd Annual Golf & Tennis Tournament Lynn Scheck Golf Tournament Co‑Chair

August 1, 2011 Dear Friends, It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the 23rd Annual John Vanbiesbrouck Celebrity Golf & Tennis Tournament. As many of you know, this Tournament has become the signature event of the Alan T Brown Foundation, serving as the highlight in the ATBF fundraising campaign. This event creates an awareness of spinal cord injuries and supports the Outreach and Peer Mentoring Program.

I have known the Brown family for over 30 years and it is a privilege to call Fran, Benjy and their family my friends. The Brown Family is an inspiration to me. They have taken a personal trauma and embraced others in similar situations—providing hope, compassion and information to move forward.

I would like to congratulate Howard Cohen, the 2011 Guest of Honor, and the McDonald Family, recipients of the 2011 Standing Tall Award. Their affiliations with this most worthy cause enable the Foundation to continue the important services to the spinally injured and their families when their lives are turned upside down.

This event is the culmination of many months of hard work, planning and preparation. I would like to thank the Golf Committee who I had the pleasure of working with, as well as the staff at ATBF—who together made this event possible.

To all of you—thank you for participating in the day’s activities at Ridgewood Country Club. Your generosity and commitment allows the Foundation to continue its essential work.

With warmest regards,

Lynn Scheck

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23rd Annual Golf & Tennis Tournament Howard Cohen 2011 Guest of Honor August 1, 2011 Dear Guests:

Welcome to the Alan T Brown Foundation’s 23rd Annual Celebrity Golf & Tennis Tournament.

I appreciate the opportunity to help the Foundation by being this year’s Guest of Honor, but we all know that the real Guests of Honor each year are the many individuals who attend this event in a wheelchair due to their spinal cord injuries and Fran Brown who works 24/7 on their behalf.

I was introduced to the Brown Family and the Foundation by my clients and friends, The Clare Family. My friend, Jamie Clare, who received so much support and love from the Brown Family and the Foundation after his spinal cord injury, inspires me in so many ways and is one of the primary reasons for my commitment to the Alan T Brown Foundation.

The Alan T Brown Foundation has assisted many spinally injured individuals to achieve a better quality of life since 1988. Recently the Foundation has supported the Transition Care Program at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City, which targets the uninsured and provides homecare services after rehabilitation for the newly injured.

The information provided through the Quality of Life Program has made a significant difference for people who contact the office for advice after an injury.

So enjoy this wonderful day and remember that each of you make a difference in the Foundation ’s effort to improve the quality of life and to find the cure to paralysis from spinal cord injuries.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Howard Cohen

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In gratitude to TED BODENHEIMER who has been a valuable resource for ATBF's Outreach & Peer Mentoring Program and for his strong support and dedication to our cause.

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A Special Thank You To

Ingeborg & Ira Leon Rennert

Your generous support has helped make so many things possible!

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Go Alan!

George and Pamela Rohr

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With special appreciation to... Â Stephanie Fischer & the STEP Visual Communications Team for their services in conjunction with this year's Tournament - The Staff at ATBF

STEP Visual Communications is located at 38 Lawridge Dr., Rye Brook, NY 10573. For information about their services please visit www.stepvisual.com.

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To Alan and his family...

We support you in this important cause.

The Englanders

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In Honor of Gary Spitalnik Judi & Alan Feldman

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In honor of Fran and Benjy Brown Sheryl and Akiva Kobre and Family

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In Support of Alan and the Foundation for a Complete Cure Robert N. Lipner, DMD P. Deborah Weisfuse, DMD 12 E 41st Street, Suite 1100 New York, NY 10017 212‐685‐4730

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METEM CORPORATION WE CONGRATULATE ALL THE CORPORATE SPONSORS AND VOLUNTEERS OF THE ALAN T BROWN FOUNDATION FOR THEIR EFFORTS IN SUPPORTING THE RESEARCH FOR A CURE FOR PARALYSIS. SPECIAL THANKS GO OUT TO HOWARD COHEN, AS THE GUEST OF HONOR, FOR HIS SUPPORT OF THIS VERY WORTHY CAUSE. CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE

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OUR APPRECIATION TO PERRY PIZZARO of IMPACT DISPLAYS GROUP THE DESIGNER OF ATBF'S INVITATIONS, SIGNS, BANNERS AND PHOTO SPREADS FOR ALL ATBF EVENTS YEAR-ROUND!

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Wishing you continued success in your endeavor.

Shlomit and Chaim Edelstein

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To Alan With all our best wishes...

The Kleinhaus Family Laurie & Al Ellen & Jonathan, Samantha, Jordan and Emma Michelle & Lee, Andrew, Lexi and Jake Rebecca & Eric, Mikayla and Austin

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Alan, Keep up the good work!

Gloria & Richard Kobrin

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To Alan & The Alan T Brown Foundation for your inspiring leadership in the quest for a cure.

Dr. Howard J. Levy

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Alan You are an inspiration to live life to the fullest.

Carol and Mel Newman Amanda, Josh, Joseph, Jessiejean & Ita Diana, Isaac, Erica & Elizabeth Josh, Tali, Mickey & Ella and Marisa

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JEFF WOLPOV PORT LOGISTICS GROUP Has provided trucking services for all ATBF events for 23 years AND

GILL HOROWITZ IMPACT DISPLAYS GROUP, LLC Has designed invitations and printed all banners and signs for every ATBF event for 23 years

HOW FORTUNATE ATBF IS TO HAVE THESE TWO SPECIAL FRIENDS

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23rd Annual Golf & Tennis Tournament In admiration for all your accomplishments.

Dede & Eugene Alpert

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To Fran With admiration for your fine work Maria Finkle

WE ARE PROUD TO SUPPORT THE ALAN T BROWN FOUNDATION FOR ITS POSITIVE WORK ON BEHALF OF THE SPINALLY‐INJURED Beverly & Hugh Greenberg

23rd Annual Golf & Tennis Tournament The ATBF Family would like to extend our sincere gratitude to

Kenny Hutter Second Vice Chairman of the Board for his allegiance to our cause and his generous sponsorship.

Best Wishes Ruth & Edward Lukashok Jane & Michael, Sofia, Cyrus and Spencer Rachel & Harris, Raymond and Samuel

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We join you in honoring our very good friend, Howard Cohen

Sy & Trudy Sadinoff

23rd Annual Golf & Tennis Tournament Congratulations to the Alan T Brown Foundation in celebration of the 23rd Annual Golf & Tennis Tournament.

We salute the Brown Family for their courageous efforts in assisting the spinally-injured and for their steadfast commitment to supporting spinal cord research. We pray for your continued strength as you push forward in the years ahead.

Lynn and Wolf Scheck

Alan T Brown Foundation This gift is in honor of Fran & Benjamin Brown Adele & Ron Tauber

23rd Annual Golf & Tennis Tournament To Alan An inspiration to all of us

With gratitude to the Brown Family for their unceasing efforts to cure spinal cord paralysis.

Regene and Kenneth Prager

Jonathan Penner

We are honored to support

In Honor of Steven, Patti Ann & Conor McDonald

The Alan T Brown Foundation to Cure Paralysis for their efforts to find a cure and help the spinally-injured live a better quality of life.

Value Locksmith Co., Inc. 315 West 49th Street New York, New York 10019 212-391-5600

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23rd Annual Golf & Tennis Tournament Kethrin Prakuson Gentile, 46 Owner/Founder of Ink on Pixels LLC

We mourn the passing of Kethrin Gentile who maintained the Alan T Brown Foundation’s website and designed our Golf Tournament Journal for many years.

Kethrin was a pleasure to work with and truly dedicated to our Foundation. She provided valuable insight on authenticating and organizing our website, which serves as ATBF’s main information source for our friends and supporters.

Kethrin was the beloved wife of Salvatore Gentile. She lived in Stratford for the last five years and graduated from UCONN with a Bachelor of Arts degree in graphic design.

Kethrin was a member of the National Association of Women Business Owners.

We will remember Kethrin for her professional expertise and friendship.

She will be truly missed.

23rd Annual Golf & Tennis Tournament Sincere Appreciation to Our Sponsors The success of this Tournament and the work of the Alan T Brown Foundation is made possible by individual and corporate donors. It is with great pride that we thank the following Sponsors for aligning themselves with our cause.

Tournament Title Sponsor Anonymous Dinner Sponsor Proneuron Biotechnologies Apparel Sponsor EisnerAmper LLP Cocktail Reception Sponsor ShopRite of Oakland “Hole in One Sponsor” Audi Imaging Sponsor Metem Corp Golf Course Food Sponsor Inserra Supermarkets Golf Ball Sponsor Cole Schotz Putting Green Sponsor Constellation Wealth Advisors Driving Range Sponsor Capital One Bank, NA Hat Sponsor Kenneth Hutter Auctions Head Cover Sponsor Marquis Jet